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Product Review: H2O Plus Sea Pure Skin Care

Dec 312009

Like many of you, I love going to the spa and getting amazing body treatments. However, the finances don’t always support my little spa habit so I’ve had to find ways to economize and get the benefits from home treatments. One of the lines I’ve taken a closer look at lately is the H2O Sea Pure line. I started with the H2O Plus Sea Pure Purifying Body Mud. This is a thick paste that you squeeze out and apply liberally to the skin and let dry for 10 minutes. It feels like magic – slightly tingly and not irritating at all. [...]

Urban Decay Announces Alice in Wonderland Book of Shadows

Dec 312009

Hello, gorgeous. No real information yet on release date or where you will be able to purchase it, but head on over to the Urban Decay website to be notified ASAP on all the details. I’m a huge fan of Urban Decay shadows – all of their line, really. I’ve never gotten a bad product from them. Will you be picking one up?

This Week With the Glamarazzi

Dec 312009

Edited by Dani As the year draws to a close, people use many different ways to say goodbye to 2009… Some reminisce over events of the past, nostalgically recalling people, places, and really killer parties. Others, like myself, prepare by dreaming big and getting excited for the future. Speaking of which, I am so thrilled to start the new year as co-editor of the Glamarazzi! Iggi and Keedah have graciously allowed me to jump into rotation on their project, and I’m excited to read some amazing posts! Also in the spirit of newness, please welcome the latest addition to the [...]

Signature Scents: Do You Have One?

Dec 302009

I’ve made a huge deal out of telling everyone that my signature scent is Tom Ford Black Orchid, and that isn’t a lie. There are a great number of people out there who will instantly think of me when they smell that particular scent. Especially boys. But that is a post for another time, and perhaps another blog. What I haven’t told many people, in fact, I can only think of two off the top of my head, is that one of the fragrances that I adore and get the most comments on is Tiptoeing Through the Chambers of the Moon [...]

Product Review: SensiClear Deluxe Acne System

Dec 272009

The SensiClear system is designed for those with sensitive skin who experience some problems with breakouts. While I’ve heard that this system seems to be “Proactiv Lite,” I can tell you that the two systems are radically different, and probably wouldn’t work for the same person. Proactiv contains benzoil peroxide and salicylic acid, while SensiClear contains salicylic acid only. The set consists of four different products: Purifying Cleanser, Balancing Toner, Blemish Free Acne Treatment Lotion, and Blemish Free Acne Spot Treatment. Each product has it’s pros and cons. The Purifying Cleanser is a clear gel and it has a powerful smell – [...]

Avoiding Dry Winter Skin

Dec 272009

The onset of the cold weather always means more than just holiday shopping to me. It usually means that I’m in for a few rounds of dry, patchy, ashy skin. Several things can work together to make your skin dry and ashy. Turning on the heat can dry out your environment, including your skin, and exposing yourself to the elements outside can lead to chapping and discomfort. And a quick trip to the drugstore can turn into an hourlong shopping session when I’m trying to find the right kind of product to help with skin issues. Luckily a few steps [...]

My Visit to the MAC Counter Today

Dec 262009

Resulted in purchases that I really didn’t need, but I had a few holiday dollars left. First up, the Warm and Cozy Collection. My overall impression? Not extremely exciting, but awesome for the daily basics and weekend neutrals. The Shadesticks are especially nice: These are the three that I bought – left to right: Nurture, Warm and Cozy, and Relaxed. I skipped Cuddle because it was just too white for me to ever consider using. Nurture is as light of a color as I want to consider. I also picked up my first Mineralize Skinfinish in By Candlelight: It reminds [...]

Stuff On Sale: After Holiday Beauty Edition

Dec 262009

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